Performance and efficiency in a cost-effective solution
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High-bandwidth, low-latency fabric for enterprise data centers and high-performance-computing (HPC) environments.
- Powerful, high-performance server blade switches
- Full cross-sectional bandwidth from server blades to fabric
- Reliable transport
- I/O consolidation
- Virtualization acceleration
Sustained Network Performance
The Mellanox® M3601Q from Dell™ supports static routing to reduce or eliminate network congestion. For conditions in which output ports are oversubscribed, the M3601Q supports InfiniBand® Trade Association (IBTA) 1.2 congestion control mechanisms. The switch system works together with the ConnectX® I/O host channel adapter (HCA) to restrict the traffic causing congestion and ensure high bandwidth and low latency to all other flows. Whether used for parallel computation or as a converged fabric, the combination of high bandwidth, adaptive or static routing, and congestion control provides excellent traffic-carrying capacity.Easy to Manage
The M3601Q is easily managed through any IBTA-compliant subnet manager. Mellanox recommends installing and running the OpenFabrics software stack on each server blade. Any server can then run the subnet manager, along with switch management tools. Port configuration and data paths can be set up automatically, or customized to meet the needs of the application. And you can update firmware in-band, for simple network maintenance.Port Attributes
- 32 auto-negotiating 10, 20, 40Gb/s fully non-blocking InfiniBand ports
16 internal server ports
Up-to 16 external QSFP connector ports for use with uplink cables
Passive copper cable
Optical media adapter and active cable support
Port and system status LED indicators
Per port status LEDs: Link, Activity
System status LEDs: System status, power
Performance
- Simultaneous wire-speed any port to any port
Total switching bandwidth 2.56Tb/s
Up to 16K Multicase Addresses per Subnet
Up-to 48K Unicast Addresses Max per Subnet
Quality of Service
- Fine grained end-to-end QoS
Advanced scheduling engine supports quality of service for up to 9 traffic classes 9 virtual lanes
8 data
1 management
Other Switching
- IBTA Specification 1.2 compliant
Integrated subnet manager agent
Linear forwarding table
256 to 4Kbyte MTU
48K entry linear forwarding data base
Hot-swappable, enabling expansion without server interruption
Adaptive Routing
Management
- Diagnostic and debug tools
Port mirroring
Unmanaged switch supports OpenSM or third-party subnet managers
NOTE: Mellanox OpenFabrics Enterprise Distribution (OFED) software stack contains a subnet manager along with switch management tools
Chassis
- 272.54 x58.98 x 255.02 mm (H x W x D)
10.73 x 2.32 x 10.04 inches
Standards Supported
- SAFETY
US/Canada: cTUVus
EU: IEC60950
International: CB
EMC (EMISSIONS)
USA: FCC, Class A
Canada: ICES, Class A
EU: CE Mark (EN55022 Class A, EN55024, EN61000-3-2, EN61000-3-3)
Japan: VCCI, Class A
Korea: RRL (MIC), Class A
Australia/New Zealand: C-Tick Class A
ENVIRONMENTAL
EU: IEC 60068-2-64: Random Vibration
EU: IEC 60068-2-29: Shocks, Type I / II
EU: IEC 60068-2-32: Fall Test
Environmental Operating Conditions
- Operating Temperature: 0º C to 40º C
Operating Relative Humidity: 10% to 90% non-condensing
MAXIMUM POWER CONSUMPTION
125W:
Dissipated power: 85W
Power through connector: 2W per port
Protection
This PowerConnect™ switch is backed by an Extended Life Warranty*, which guarantees Basic Hardware Service (repair or replacement) for as long as you own the product or until five years after end of model sales.While Basic Hardware Service delivers reliable support for your hardware, most organizations benefit from additional levels of support that protects their IT investment and maximizes productivity. We recommend Dell™ ProSupport™, an enhanced services suite that includes: 24x7 tech support, accelerated response times, immediate access to L2 technical experts and proactive support options. Compare the additional features of ProSupport here. Go beyond the basics and start transforming your IT infrastructure into a true business asset.
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